What does "citron vert" mean in French?
"citron vert" is the French word for "lime".
citron vert /sitʁˈɔ̃vˈɛʁ/ · noun · CEFR A1. French translation of "lime".
See also: Translation page (English → French) · Topic: French Objets Quotidiens
Translation and Meaning
- Word: citron vert
- Language: French
- Meaning: lime
- IPA: /sitʁˈɔ̃vˈɛʁ/
- CEFR Level: A1
- Part of speech: noun
- Topic: French Objets Quotidiens
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Example Sentences
- Citron vert est important dans ce repas. English: A lime is important in this meal.
- Je vois citron vert dans la cuisine. English: I see a lime in the kitchen.
- Nous parlons de citron vert aujourd'hui. English: We are talking about limes today.
When and How to Use "citron vert"
Use "citron vert" when you want to talk about "lime" in French. It functions as "noun". In SmartWords it is linked to the French Objets Quotidiens topic. Because it appears in A1 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your French study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.
Frequently asked questions
What CEFR level is "citron vert"?
"citron vert" is tagged at CEFR A1 in SmartWords French vocabulary content.
What part of speech is "citron vert"?
"citron vert" is tagged as a noun in SmartWords.
Can you show "citron vert" in a sentence?
Citron vert est important dans ce repas.
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